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In what year did the Toronto Stock Exchange begin its first stock price indexes?
In what year did the Toronto Stock Exchange begin its first stock price indexes?
- 1934 (correct)
- 1930
- 1940
- 1925
Which index represents the broader market changes in Canada?
Which index represents the broader market changes in Canada?
- S&P/TSX Composite Index (correct)
- S&P/TSX 60 Index
- S&P 500 Index
- S&P MidCap Index
As of the data represented, which index is expected to show similar growth trends as a function of market capitalization?
As of the data represented, which index is expected to show similar growth trends as a function of market capitalization?
- S&P/TSX Composite Index
- S&P/TSX 60 Index (correct)
- NASDAQ Composite Index
- Dow Jones Industrial Average
What primary measure does the S&P/TSX Composite Index use?
What primary measure does the S&P/TSX Composite Index use?
What significant event occurred in the Canadian financial market in 1934?
What significant event occurred in the Canadian financial market in 1934?
Which of the following statements about the S&P/TSX indexes is false?
Which of the following statements about the S&P/TSX indexes is false?
Which year is likely to show a notable increase based on historical growth patterns in the S&P/TSX Composite Index?
Which year is likely to show a notable increase based on historical growth patterns in the S&P/TSX Composite Index?
What is a primary characteristic of the S&P/TSX 60 Index compared to the S&P/TSX Composite Index?
What is a primary characteristic of the S&P/TSX 60 Index compared to the S&P/TSX Composite Index?
Which of the following best describes the trend of the S&P/TSX and S&P/TSX 60 indexes from 2000 to 2025?
Which of the following best describes the trend of the S&P/TSX and S&P/TSX 60 indexes from 2000 to 2025?
What characteristic of common shares primarily protects investors from inflation over the long term?
What characteristic of common shares primarily protects investors from inflation over the long term?
What is one main reason investors prefer preferred shares over common shares?
What is one main reason investors prefer preferred shares over common shares?
How do stock market indexes primarily measure performance?
How do stock market indexes primarily measure performance?
Which of the following is a key risk associated with common share ownership?
Which of the following is a key risk associated with common share ownership?
In what way are preferred shares similar to bonds?
In what way are preferred shares similar to bonds?
What is a significant benefit of owning common shares in reference to market performance?
What is a significant benefit of owning common shares in reference to market performance?
Which of the following best describes the nature of common share ownership?
Which of the following best describes the nature of common share ownership?
What is one of the main advantages of common share ownership?
What is one of the main advantages of common share ownership?
In a stock split, what happens to the market price and total value of a shareholder's investment?
In a stock split, what happens to the market price and total value of a shareholder's investment?
What impact does a stock split typically have on shareholders?
What impact does a stock split typically have on shareholders?
Why are stock market indexes important for investors?
Why are stock market indexes important for investors?
Preferred shareholders are ranked in liquidation procedures relative to common shareholders how?
Preferred shareholders are ranked in liquidation procedures relative to common shareholders how?
What do Canadian Depositary Receipts (CDRs) allow Canadian investors to do?
What do Canadian Depositary Receipts (CDRs) allow Canadian investors to do?
What is the typical nature of preferred shares in terms of dividend payments?
What is the typical nature of preferred shares in terms of dividend payments?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of common share ownership?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of common share ownership?
What is the approximate point change for a 1% increase when the S&P 500 is trading around 4,100?
What is the approximate point change for a 1% increase when the S&P 500 is trading around 4,100?
Why is percentage change considered a more accurate reflection of market performance compared to net point changes?
Why is percentage change considered a more accurate reflection of market performance compared to net point changes?
What criteria must a company meet to be eligible for inclusion in the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index?
What criteria must a company meet to be eligible for inclusion in the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index?
How many sectors is the S&P/TSX 60 Index divided into?
How many sectors is the S&P/TSX 60 Index divided into?
What is the significance of the S&P/TSX Composite Index in relation to the S&P/TSX 60 Index?
What is the significance of the S&P/TSX Composite Index in relation to the S&P/TSX 60 Index?
How often is the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index revised?
How often is the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index revised?
What is one requirement for companies listed on the TSX Venture Exchange to be included in the index?
What is one requirement for companies listed on the TSX Venture Exchange to be included in the index?
What currency is an investment in the S&P/TSX valued in?
What currency is an investment in the S&P/TSX valued in?
What’s a common reason that students might confuse point changes with percentage changes in indexes?
What’s a common reason that students might confuse point changes with percentage changes in indexes?
What is the primary function of the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index?
What is the primary function of the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index?
What is a primary consequence of the liquidity risk associated with preferred shares?
What is a primary consequence of the liquidity risk associated with preferred shares?
What effect does not calling preferred shares for redemption have on the repayment date?
What effect does not calling preferred shares for redemption have on the repayment date?
Which of the following best describes NVCC shares issued by Canadian banks since 2013?
Which of the following best describes NVCC shares issued by Canadian banks since 2013?
Why might preferred shares not be redeemed at the next redemption date?
Why might preferred shares not be redeemed at the next redemption date?
What constitutes Tier 1 capital for a bank?
What constitutes Tier 1 capital for a bank?
What is a significant factor contributing to low liquidity in individual preferred shares?
What is a significant factor contributing to low liquidity in individual preferred shares?
What is the primary challenge when executing large orders of preferred shares?
What is the primary challenge when executing large orders of preferred shares?
What is the total market value of preferred shares in Canada relative to other securities?
What is the total market value of preferred shares in Canada relative to other securities?
What happens to an investor's liquidity if they hold a large quantity of preferred shares?
What happens to an investor's liquidity if they hold a large quantity of preferred shares?
Which of the following is NOT typically included in Tier 1 capital for banks?
Which of the following is NOT typically included in Tier 1 capital for banks?
Study Notes
Common Shares
- Long-term returns on common stocks outpace those of bonds and inflation, protecting purchasing power.
- Common shares are central to many investment portfolios, including pension funds, mutual funds, and hedge funds.
- Ownership of common shares grants rights such as voting privileges and access to company information.
- Stock market performance is tracked via indexes, providing a measure of market activity and health.
Preferred Shares
- Preferred shares, particularly in Canada, are known for their fixed-income stream.
- Unlike common shares, preferred shares can have various structures appealing to different investor needs.
- Similar to bonds, preferred shares typically offer regular dividend payments at the board's discretion.
- The total market value of preferred shares is significantly lower than that of common shares, leading to liquidity risks.
- Investors may face challenges selling large quantities of preferred shares without impacting the market price.
Market Indexes
- The S&P/TSX Composite Index monitors the market capitalization changes of stocks listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).
- The performance measurement of indexes is better reflected through percentage changes than net point changes.
- The S&P/TSX 60 Index consists of 60 largest companies listed on TSX, encompassing all sectors represented in the Composite Index.
- The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index serves as a benchmark for public venture capital with quarterly revisions based on eligibility criteria.
Key Definitions and Concepts
- Stock splits increase the number of shares outstanding, while consolidations decrease them, maintaining overall ownership value.
- Preferred shareholders rank between creditors and common shareholders in liquidation scenarios.
- Canadian Depositary Receipts (CDRs) allow investment in U.S. and global companies in Canadian dollars, minimizing currency fluctuation risks.
- ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) issues are increasingly important in investment decisions, addressing sustainable practices and social responsibility.
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This quiz explores the differences between common shares and preferred shares, highlighting their characteristics and investment implications. Understand the significance of each type of share in investment portfolios, the rights they confer to owners, and the advantages of preferred shares. Test your knowledge on stock market performance and the role of shares in financial markets.
